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FAA Approves MD Explorer 902 Gross Maximum Weight Increase to 6,770 Lb.

Aircraft Certification Adds 270 lb. of Payload Capabilities MESA, Ariz. - MD Helicopters Inc. (MDHI), a Lynn Tilton company and leading manufacturer of commercial, air-rescue, military and law enforcement helicopters, announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved the MD Explorer 902 certification at an increased maximum gross weight of 6,770 lbs. (3,070 kg.). The extra...

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Ministry of Transport Signs for Four S-76D(TM) Helicopters for Search and Rescue Mission in China

LAS VEGAS - China's Ministry of Transport's (MOT) Rescue and Salvage Bureau has signed a contract for the supply of four Sikorsky S-76D™ search and rescue helicopters, with an option for another four next year, to further enhance MOT's maritime search and rescue capabilities, Sikorsky Aircraft announced today from the Heli-Expo industry show. Sikorsky, a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp....

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Honeywell Helps Make Bell's New 525 Relentless Helicopter More Efficient and COMFORTABLE

Honeywell engine and cabin control systems will provide superior crew and passenger comfort and more efficient operations LAS VEGAS - Honeywell (NYSE: HON) announced that it has been selected by Bell Helicopter to provide the auxiliary power unit (APU) and environmental control system for Bell's new 525 Relentless helicopter platform, which is scheduled for first flight in 2014. The Honeywell...

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FAA Approves MD Explorer 902 Gross Maximum Weight Increase to 6,770 Lb.

Aircraft Certification Adds 270 lb. of Payload Capabilities MESA, Ariz. - MD Helicopters Inc. (MDHI), a Lynn Tilton company and leading manufacturer of commercial, air-rescue, military and law enforcement helicopters, announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved the MD Explorer 902 certification at an increased maximum gross weight of 6,770 lbs. (3,070 kg.). The extra...

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MD Helicopters Announces Next Generation of Technology Advancements for Explorer

Significant Flight Deck and Electrical System Upgrades in Near-Term Product Development Pipeline MESA, Ariz. -- MD Helicopters Inc. (MDHI), a Lynn Tilton company and leading manufacturer of commercial, air-rescue, military and law enforcement helicopters, announced that next generation enhancements to the MD Explorer platform and its performance capabilities are in active development. Significant...

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Helicopters

MD Helicopters Announces Next Generation of Technology Advancements for Explorer

Significant Flight Deck and Electrical System Upgrades in Near-Term Product Development Pipeline MESA, Ariz. -- MD Helicopters Inc. (MDHI), a Lynn Tilton company and leading manufacturer of commercial, air-rescue, military and law enforcement helicopters, announced that next generation enhancements to the MD Explorer platform and its performance capabilities are in active development. Significant...

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FAA Approves Type Certification for S-76D(TM) Helicopter
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FAA Approves Type Certification for S-76D(TM) Helicopter

STRATFORD, Conn. - The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved the Type Certificate for the S-76D(TM) helicopter, moving the aircraft forward to its highly anticipated delivery into the medium-sized marketplace. Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX). The FAA signed the certificate on Oct. 12, capping an intensive flight test program to...

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FAA Approves Type Certification for S-76D(TM) Helicopter
Helicopters

FAA Approves Type Certification for S-76D(TM) Helicopter

STRATFORD, Conn. - The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved the Type Certificate for the S-76D(TM) helicopter, moving the aircraft forward to its highly anticipated delivery into the medium-sized marketplace. Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX). The FAA signed the certificate on Oct. 12, capping an intensive flight test program to...

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Northrop Grumman, AgustaWestland Announce Teaming Agreement to Compete for Air Force Combat Rescue Helicopter and Navy 'Marine One' Presidential Helicopter Programs

FALLS CHURCH, Va. - Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) and AgustaWestland (AW), a Finmeccanica company (FNC IM, SIFI.MI), announced that they have signed a comprehensive teaming agreement to respond to anticipated requests for both the new U.S. Air Force Combat Rescue Helicopter and the U.S. Navy's recently announced program to develop a new Marine One" presidential helicopter. A U.S.-built...

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Helicopters

Northrop Grumman, AgustaWestland Announce Teaming Agreement to Compete for Air Force Combat Rescue Helicopter and Navy 'Marine One' Presidential Helicopter Programs

FALLS CHURCH, Va. - Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) and AgustaWestland (AW), a Finmeccanica company (FNC IM, SIFI.MI), announced that they have signed a comprehensive teaming agreement to respond to anticipated requests for both the new U.S. Air Force Combat Rescue Helicopter and the U.S. Navy's recently announced program to develop a new Marine One" presidential helicopter. A U.S.-built...

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